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health2 years ago

"Michael J. Fox's Heartbreaking Fears for His Family Amidst Parkinson's Battle"

Actor Michael J. Fox, who has been open about his battle with Parkinson's disease, has expressed his fears for his family's safety due to his condition. He worries about accidentally falling into his wife or children on the street, putting them in danger. However, Fox is not afraid of his own mortality and accepts that one day he may no longer be able to go out. Diagnosed at 29, Fox has since launched the Michael J. Fox Foundation to find a cure for Parkinson's and has dealt with other health issues, including a spinal tumor and multiple broken bones.

global-economy2 years ago

Escalating Middle East Conflict Sends Oil Prices Soaring

Fears of a wider conflict in the Middle East are casting a shadow over the global economy, as tensions escalate between the United States and Iran. The recent killing of Iranian General Qassem Soleimani by the US has raised concerns about potential retaliation and further destabilization in the region, leading to increased oil prices and market volatility. The uncertainty surrounding the situation is causing anxiety among investors and businesses, who fear the potential impact on trade, supply chains, and global economic growth.

ai-and-society2 years ago

The Reality of AI Usage and Fear

A recent poll of over 2,000 US adults conducted by The Verge, Vox Media’s Insights and Research team, and The Circus, found that while AI use is dominated by Millennials and Gen Z, only 1 in 3 people have tried dedicated AI services. However, people have high expectations for AI’s impact on society, with nearly three-quarters of respondents saying AI will have a large or moderate impact. The main fuel for the recent boom is generative AI, with search, brainstorming, and art dominating current AI use. Concerns about AI include misinformation, job loss, and safety threats.